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Alexandra Gincastro
North Kingstown,RI
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Summary
Compassionate recovery coach with expertise in crisis intervention and client mentorship. Proven ability to build strong, respectful relationships with clients while maintaining professional boundaries. Extensive personal experience with addiction recovery informs empathetic support and tailored guidance. Committed to empowering individuals to reclaim their lives and achieve lasting sobriety.
Overview
8
8
Years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Zinnia Health Exeter
Exeter, Rhode Island
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Maintained the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and food storage areas.
- Collaborated with nutritionists to create balanced meal options for patients.
- Assisted in planning seasonal menus to enhance patient dining experience.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated supply orders as needed.
- Implemented portion control practices to ensure consistent meal presentation.
- Engaged with patients to gather feedback on meal preferences and dietary needs.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Checked the quality of raw materials before use.
- Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for the patients.
Chef
Waysider Bar and Grille
East Greenwich, Rhode Island
11.2015 - 06.2023
- Led kitchen operations for high-volume dining services.
- Managed inventory and ensured proper food storage practices.
- Developed seasonal menus with innovative culinary concepts.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on food preparation techniques.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in the kitchen.
- Collaborated with front-of-house team to enhance guest experiences.
- Coordinated catering events and special functions for diverse clients.
- Assisted Executive Chef in creating new recipes while maintaining traditional favorites.
- Developed daily production schedules for kitchen staff and monitored performance to ensure quality standards were met.
- Ordered food supplies, maintained inventory, and managed budgeting of resources.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring deadlines were met in a timely manner.
- Provided support during high-volume periods such as holidays or special events by picking up extra shifts and staying longer or when come in early.
- Oversaw the daily cleaning of all cooking surfaces, utensils, and equipment according to health codes.
- Utilized local, fresh food products to support local economies and showcase community support.
- Streamlined kitchen processes to shorten wait times and serve additional guests.
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
Peer Leader
Pawtucket Sober House
Pawtucket, Rhode Island
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Conducted client intakes and discharges in collaboration with sober house manager.
- Facilitated weekly meetings with sober house managers to address resident welfare and challenges.
- Organized events to foster integration among residents and promote positive peer relationships.
- Performed urine and swab tests for clients; conducted sporadic tests as needed.
- Executed weekly medication counts and nightly bed checks to ensure safety and compliance.
- Assisted clients in accessing medical care, therapy, employment, and community services.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to clients facing recovery challenges or difficult decisions.
- Led group discussions on mental health awareness, substance abuse prevention, AA/NA daily meetings, and how to succeed in maintaining and living a sober life.
- Addressed triggers and coping mechanisms for maintaining sobriety post-transition.
Guided individuals in navigating romantic and platonic relationships after leaving sober house.
Provided strategies for managing difficult issues related to sobriety and emotional well-being.
Identified resources and support systems for ongoing recovery challenges.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Professional Recovery Coach
IAPRC
On Line01-2026
Skills
- Crisis intervention and strategies
- Team building and collaboration
- Effective communication skills
- Event coordination and planning
- Client mentorship and peer mentoring
- Sanitation practices and compliance
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
- Empathy development
- Assertiveness training
- Social interaction skills
- Motivation techniques and strategies
- Public speaking and presentation
- Multitasking abilities
- Self-help education resources
- Stress management techniques
- Records maintenance and organization
- Suicide prevention awareness
- Group facilitation skills
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Critical thinking abilities
- Conflict resolution and mediation
- Adaptability in dynamic environments
- Emotional support provision
- Teamwork dynamics in collaboration
- Substance abuse awareness and intervention
Volunteer
I volunteer at my local food pantry. I do food drives collecting non perishable items to be distributed to families in need.
I gather jackets, gloves, glove warmers, hats, socks for the homeless each fall to winter and pass them out. Along with drinks and sometimes hot meals when I can.
Timeline
Chef
Zinnia Health Exeter
02.2022 - 06.2023
Peer Leader
Pawtucket Sober House
11.2020 - 11.2021
Chef
Waysider Bar and Grille
11.2015 - 06.2023
Certificate of Completion - Professional Recovery Coach
IAPRC